Sometimes the world of fashion can be overwhelming with all of the options and ever changing trends. It’s important not to drown in the options, but rather embrace them. Choose one or two trends that speak to you the most and incorporate them into your staple wardrobe. Sometimes it can be difficult to wear trendy clothes and still accessorize them correctly. There are a few tips to keep in mind when standing at your jewelry box indecisive and upset about your selection.
First, keep the outfit in mind as you pick out your accessories. Your jewelry should always complement the outfit, not overpower it. If you are wearing an outfit with a bold print, a lot of ruffles or other attention grabbing details, go with simpler jewelry. Choose something like a strand of bold yet unpretentious Tahitian or South Sea pearls. There is a simple way to test whether or not your jewelry is too much for your outfit. Stand in front of the mirror and blink once. When you open your eyes, if the first thing you notice is your accessories, it could be overpowering your outfit.
The second thing to consider when accessorizing an outfit is the fabric of the clothing. If you are wearing something light and airy like chiffon or a light knit, delicate jewelry looks best. Choose something like a strand of floating pearls or a light metal. Fabrics such as wool or cashmere require heavier, bolder accessories. For this type of outfit, layer on a bunch of strands of pearls mixed with metals or a thick choker. Another great choice is a big cocktail ring. One big ring worn on the hand can make as big of a statement as a necklace.
Another thing to keep in mind when accessorizing an outfit is color. This gives you a lot of options when deciding on what jewelry to wear. One easy tip for choosing the right accessory is to pick a gemstone in the same color as the outfit – you can never go wrong with this. Warm colors typically look best with jewelry that has yellow undertones like topaz, garnet, sapphire, golden South Sea pearls or chocolate pearls. Cool colors look best with jewelry that has a white undertone like aquamarine, amethyst or gray pearls. Neutral colors look good with either warm or cool undertones like rose gold, emerald, ruby, black Tahitian pearls, and white or rose pearls.
A final, great tip to keep in mind is to think beyond the box when it comes to your accessories. Necklaces, earrings and bracelets aren’t the only way to spice up an outfit. Clip a fantastic pearl studded barrette in your hair or define your waist with a flashy belt. For everyday office wear, a brooch is a great option. You can find some amazing brooches to pin onto a blazer that have bright stones and pearls in fantastic settings. Don’t be afraid to accessorize, just remember to think about the big picture before piling on every piece of jewelry in your collection.
Author Resource:
Piper Smith is the VP of Marketing for Museum Way Pearls, a leading provider of pearl jewelry such as Tahitian pearl necklaces and Akoya pearls. Museum Way Pearls can be found online at: http://www.museumwaypearls.com .
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